What is MC number 1552946?

MC number 1552946 is assigned to Ship Smart Inc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 4081647.

Is Ship Smart Inc Safe? DOT 4081647 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: How many inspections has Ship Smart Inc had?

Ship Smart Inc has recorded 29 total inspections, with 9 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active. Review the inspection and crash data below.

Ship Smart Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 4081647. The company operates from Oak Brook, IL and maintains an active operating status with 3 power units and 5 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Ship Smart Inc by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

29 inspections reflects moderate road activity.

OOS Rate31.03%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 31.0% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

2 crashes recorded. Low count, but crash data should always be reviewed alongside inspection history.

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

Higher = more risk · FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories

2.4

Unsafe Driving

Measures violations related to speeding, reckless driving, and improper lane changes.

0.5

HOS Compliance

Tracks hours-of-service violations, including driving beyond legal limits without rest.

0.0

Driver Fitness

Reflects issues with driver qualifications, licenses, and medical certifications.

0.0

Controlled Substances

Captures drug and alcohol violations, including failed or refused tests.

3.6

Vehicle Maintenance

Reflects brake, tire, lighting, and other equipment-related inspection violations.

Scores above 65 (general freight) or 50 (passenger/hazmat) trigger an FMCSA Alert. Higher scores indicate more safety risk. National median is approximately 20–30 for active carriers.

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Carrier Insight

Ship Smart Inc is a small motor carrier operating in Illinois. With 29 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 31.0%, which exceeds the national average of approximately 21%. 2 crashes have been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

Ship Smart Inc has not received a formal safety rating from the FMCSA. This is common for smaller or newer carriers and does not necessarily indicate a safety problem.

The company operates 3 power units and employs 5 drivers. This is a small carrier operation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 4081647?

USDOT number 4081647 is assigned to Ship Smart Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Oak Brook, IL.

How many inspections has Ship Smart Inc had?

Ship Smart Inc has recorded 29 total inspections with 9 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 31.03%.

Where is Ship Smart Inc located?

Ship Smart Inc is headquartered at 1415 West 22nd Street Ste 200, Oak Brook, IL 60523.

What does "Not Rated" mean?

"Not Rated" means the FMCSA has not conducted a formal compliance review for this carrier. It does not indicate a safety problem — many active carriers operate without a formal rating.

Is zero crashes always a good sign?

Generally yes, but context matters. A carrier with zero crashes and very few inspections may simply have limited road exposure. Always review crash data alongside inspection volume and fleet size.

What is a normal OOS rate?

The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is approximately 21%. Driver OOS averages around 5%. Rates significantly above these thresholds may indicate recurring compliance issues.

How often is FMCSA data updated?

FMCSA publishes updated carrier data monthly. This page reflects the most recent available snapshot, updated on the date shown above.

What is the MC number for Ship Smart Inc?

The MC number for Ship Smart Inc is MC# 1552946. The MC number is issued by the FMCSA and authorizes carriers to operate in interstate commerce.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 4081647 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Ship Smart Inc (DOT# 4081647 · MC# 1552946) – FMCSA Carrier Profile